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13 Minutes
Hosted by Dr. Baruch "B" HaLevi · EN
"13 Minutes: Why Every Man Needs" a Why is born from a brutal truth—every 13 minutes, a man dies by suicide. Hosted by Dr. Baruch “B” HaLevi, Logotherapist, men’s coach, and co-founder of Men’s Peer Groups, this podcast uncovers raw stories of transformation, resilience, and the power of finding your why.
Rediscover meaning. Reclaim purpose. Defy despair. Are you ready to live your why?
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AI, Masculinity and the Search for Meaning
1w ago00:49:51Tap to summarizeIn this episode of 13 Minutes: Why Every Man Needs a Why, B sits down with AI consultant and entrepreneur Patrick McCiser for a powerful conversation on technology, purpose, relationships, and what it truly means to be human.What begins as a discussion about AI quickly unfolds into a deeper exploration of identity, loneliness, love, men’s work, and the danger of losing ourselves in achievement, productivity, and the “decimal chase.” Together, they explore the promise and shadow of artificial intelligence, the importance of authentic connection, and why every man must discover a purpose beyond success.They also dive into the Enneagram, partnership, emotional honesty, people-pleasing, and how men can move from needing validation to living from grounded truth.This is a conversation about consciousness, connection, and becoming fully human in an increasingly artificial world.Engage with B HaLevi:Facebook: Dr. B HaLevi FacebookInstagram: @baruch_halevi InstagramWebsite: B HaLevi Official WebsiteJoin or Support the 13 Minutes Mission: 13 Minutes Mission
Transcribe →What does Dying to Live truly means?
4w ago00:54:29Tap to summarizeDid you know that every 13 minutes in America, a man takes his own life? This heartbreaking statistic is the driving force behind this show. My guest today, Kyle Emanuel Brown, is a man who was living the "hustle culture" dream—fitness empire, elite health metrics, world-class performance—until it nearly killed him. In this episode, we dive into Kyle’s journey from a septic shock ICU bed to the King’s Chamber in Giza, exploring why men must trade their ego-driven "hustle" for soul-fueled alignment. If you are a man searching for deeper meaning, or if you care about the men in your life, this conversation is a must-watch.Inside This Episode:The ICU Reality Check: How Kyle went from "epitome of health" to organ failure and what clinical medicine couldn't explain.Hustle Culture vs. Alignment: The "When/Then" trap and why achieving your goals won't give you the freedom you think it will.The Egypt Transformation: A private moment in the Great Pyramid at 1:11 AM that killed off an old version of Kyle and birthed the new.Living the "WE" Consciousness: Why true spirituality isn't found in isolation, but in the dishes, the carpool, and showing up for your tribe.Total Self-Trust: Why Kyle paused his book for three years to ensure he was actually embodying the message before sharing it.Plant Medicine & Integration: How peak experiences like 5-MeO-DMT (Buffo) can remove the fear of death and make you fall in love with the "human video game."Rooted Community: The story behind Colorado Rooted Entrepreneurs and the power of heart-centered connection for men. Key Takeaways:Alignment Over Perfection: Being your "best self" isn't about having a six-pack; it's about being congruent with your highest values in the midst of life's chaos.The "WE" Shift: Midlife is the choice between "Me time" and "We time." True self-transcendence happens when we serve something beyond our own ego.Redefining the Spiritual: Spirituality isn't just meditation—it’s how you treat your wife, how you cook for your kids, and being impeccable with your word.Trusting the Unknown: We don't need to have it all figured out; we just need to trust the self that is connected to the source. Connect with Kyle Emanuel BrownWebsite: RapidHarmony.comBook: TotalSelfTrustCommunity: Colorado Rooted Entrepreneurs (Rooted) Join the MissionMy mission is to change the number from 13 minutes to 14 minutes. One extra minute saves tens of thousands of lives. Help me reach the men who need this message:Follow/Subscribe to the channel for more deep dives into meaning and purpose.Like this video to help the algorithm find the men who are struggling.Share this with one man in your life who needs to find his "WHY."Engage with B HaLevi:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.BHaLevi/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baruch_halevi/Website: https://bhalevi.com/Join or Support the 13 Minutes Mission: https://bhalevi.com/the-13-minutes-mission/
Transcribe →The Why of Embodiment
Apr 1600:42:24Tap to summarizeDr. B HaLevi sits down with Amanda Frederick for a powerful conversation about breathwork, relationships, self-worth, and living with purpose. In a world where a man dies by suicide every 13 minutes, they explore how discovering your “why” can become the foundation for healing and resilience.Amanda shares her journey from perfectionism and people-pleasing to self-worth and unconditional love. Together, they unpack how breathwork can regulate the nervous system, release stored trauma, and reconnect us to the body’s wisdom.They also dive into relationship dynamics, including the common wounds of feeling “too much” or “not enough,” and how couples can create deeper safety, connection, and intimacy through awareness and compassion.This episode is an invitation to breathe deeper, love healthier, and live in alignment with who you truly are.#MensMentalHealth #Breathwork #Embodiment #SelfWorth #Relationships #HealingJourney #InnerWork #EmotionalHealth #TraumaHealing #Authenticity #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #ConsciousLiving #LifePurpose #SomaticHealing #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfDiscovery #Vulnerability #PurposeDrivenLife #SpiritualGrowth
Transcribe →The Hidden Cost of Living Out of Alignment
Apr 900:45:49Tap to summarizeDr. B HaLevi sits down with Dan Marston for a deeply personal and powerful conversation about purpose, pain, and the search for meaning. Centered around the stark reality that a man dies by suicide every 13 minutes, this episode explores the urgent need for men to discover their “why” and anchor their lives in something deeper than success, status, or external validation. Dan shares the story of his great-grandfather’s suicide during the Great Depression and the generational ripple effects that shaped his family. From that legacy of pain, he reflects on his own journey through depression, identity struggles, and moments of living out of alignment. Together, they unpack how many men unknowingly tie their self-worth to money, achievement, and societal expectations, often at the cost of their mental and emotional well-being. The conversation dives into transformative moments in Dan’s life, including his arrest in college, his path into mindfulness and healing, and ultimately walking away from a successful career that no longer aligned with his purpose. Through plant medicine experiences, men’s work, and deep inner exploration, Dan found his calling in helping others confront their truth, heal generational wounds, and live with authenticity. Dr. B and Dan also explore the power of brotherhood, the importance of boundaries, and the challenge many men face in moving beyond the “nice guy” identity into a more integrated, honest version of themselves. This episode is a call to look in the mirror, face what’s real, and choose a life rooted in meaning, courage, and love.  #MensMentalHealth #FindYourWhy #PurposeDrivenLife #SelfDiscovery #PersonalGrowth #MensWork #HealingJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #Authenticity #InnerWork #EmotionalHealth #ConsciousLiving #GrowthMindset #SelfReflection #LifePurpose #Masculinity #Vulnerability #Accountability #SpiritualGrowth #Mindfulness #Brotherhood
Transcribe →From Loss to Meaning Through Generations and Truth
Apr 200:48:46Tap to summarizeDr. B HaLevi sits down with Howard Snooks for a powerful conversation about purpose, resilience, and what it truly means to live with a “why.” Drawing from decades as a psychotherapist and a life marked by deep personal loss, Howard shares stories that reveal the real impact of unspoken pain, generational patterns, and the importance of emotional honesty.Together, they explore men’s mental health, suicide prevention, and the courage it takes to face life’s hardest moments without shutting down. This isn’t just a conversation about struggle, it’s about meaning, connection, and how discovering your why can help you endure anything and choose life, even when it’s hardest.#MensMentalHealth #LifePurpose #FindYourWhy #MentalHealthMatters #EmotionalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #MensWork #HealingJourney #SelfDiscovery #PurposeDrivenLife #Vulnerability #InnerWork #GrowthMindset #SuicidePrevention #MeaningfulLife #ConsciousLiving #MensSupport #Authenticity #PodcastLife
Transcribe →The mirror reveals the man you have been avoiding
Mar 2600:40:42Tap to summarizeIn this powerful episode, Dr. Baruch HaLevi sits down with Savinay Nathan for a raw and deeply honest conversation about purpose identity and what it truly means to face yourself. At the heart of this discussion is a confronting question what do you see when you look in the mirror and more importantly can you respect that man. Together they explore the pressure many men feel to perform seek validation and live for others while quietly losing connection to their own truth. This conversation goes beyond surface level self improvement and dives into the real work of reclaiming your inner power. From navigating fatherhood and emotional triggers to breaking free from people pleasing and external approval Savinay shares his personal journey of learning to stop performing and start living authentically. Dr Baruch challenges listeners to rethink purpose not as one big answer but as a series of daily choices rooted in honesty courage and self awareness. Inspired by the message behind The Guy in the Glass this episode is an invitation to stop avoiding yourself and start building a life you can stand behind. If you are ready to get real about who you are and who you are becoming you can learn more and purchase the book at guyintheglass.com  
Transcribe →Becoming a Better Man
Mar 1900:27:55Tap to summarizeB HaLevi sits down with his co-founder and brother, Dave Mann, to talk about one of the most important lessons for men: integration, bringing the growth, clarity, and love we experience in retreats, peer groups, and personal journeys back into our everyday lives. If you’re on a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, or just want to see how men can lead with love and integrity, this episode is for you. Book Launch Alert: The Guy in the Glass by Baruch HaLevi launches May 7, 2026. Pre-order now on Amazon:👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GP39CW4Y #MensMentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #Integration #PeerGroups #AuthenticMasculinity #PlantMedicine #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfReflection #LifePurpose #TheGuyInTheGlass #BaruchHaLevi #PodcastLife #BookLaunch #AmazonPreOrder #MasculineHealing
Transcribe →Look in the Mirror and Live Your Why
Mar 1200:47:50Tap to summarizeDr. B HaLevi and Dr. Dan Franz dive into what it really means for a man to look in the mirror, literally and figuratively, and face the truth about who he is and who he wants to become. They explore the classic Guy in the Glass poem, personal stories of guilt, growth, and accountability, and why many men struggle to be honest with themselves. This conversation isn’t about ego or bravado; it’s about authenticity, owning your story, and understanding that self reflection is the foundation of real change. They also unpack how plant medicine like psilocybin and DMT can act as tools for deep introspection, breaking down masks, confronting fear, and revealing the parts of ourselves we often avoid. Whether it’s through peer support, vulnerable conversation, or unconventional journeys inward, this episode challenges men to move past surface level answers and live with purpose, courage, and connection. #MensMentalHealth #SelfReflection #PersonalGrowth #Mindfulness #InnerWork #Authenticity #PurposeDrivenLife #MentalHealthMatters #GrowthMindset #SelfImprovement #Masculinity #LifePurpose #EmotionalHealth #HealingJourney #Vulnerability #MeaningfulLife #PodcastLife #MensSupport #ConsciousLiving #SelfDiscovery #Accountability #PlantMedicineConversation
Transcribe →Why Every Man Needs a Why - The Guy in the Glass
Mar 500:29:12Tap to summarizeWhat happens when a man can no longer look himself in the eye? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Dave Mann and B HaLevi explore the inspiration behind The Guy in the Glass, the book every man needs when facing identity, pressure, and the crossroads of life. Based on the timeless poem, this discussion goes beyond surface success to examine what it really means to become the man you were meant to be. This episode is for men wrestling with pressure, identity, financial stress, or silent shame, and for anyone who wants to understand the inner battle many men face alone. The Guy in the Glass, the book by Baruch HaLevi, launches May 7, 2026, and is available for pre-order now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GP39CW4Y Because at the end of the day, you can fool the world……but you cannot fool the man in the mirror. #MensMentalHealth #MensHealth #PersonalDevelopment #SelfImprovement #Midlife #PurposeDrivenLife #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #MensWork #SelfReflection #EmotionalHealth #LifePurpose #AbundanceMindset #PodcastLife #BookLaunch #AmazonPreOrder #BaruchHaLevi #TheGuyInTheGlass
Transcribe →The Real Intimacy days after Valentines
Feb 2600:37:37Tap to summarizeIs love about February 14th… or February 15th and onwards? In this honest, emotional, and deeply intimate conversation on 13 minutes (The Podcast), B and Ariela explore what happens to marriage after the chocolates fade, the kids grow up, and midlife sets in. Nearly 27 years in, they unpack the difference between peak romance and everyday intimacy and what it really takes to evolve together instead of apart. This episode is for couples navigating midlife, empty nesting, emotional distance, or simply longing for a deeper and more evolved love. #Marriage #MarriageAdvice #Relationships #RelationshipAdvice #Love #LongTermRelationship #HealthyRelationships #Couples #Intimacy #EmotionalIntimacy #Communication #PersonalGrowth #SelfGrowth #Midlife #SelfDevelopment #MarriagePodcast #CouplesTherapy #Faith #SpiritualGrowth #PodcastLife
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